Motivated by Murder

Ken Marslew shares his personal journey following the murder of his son, Michael in 1994. As he grapples with the incomprehensible loss, Ken takes readers on a heart-wrenching journey that begins with the harrowing incident, the funeral and the hunt for Michael's killers.

Ken confronts a legal system that he discovers to be disconnected from the concept of true justice, a struggle that persists to this day. Readers are taken behind the scenes of the offenders' trials and their verdicts, revealing the family's painful loss while also shedding light on his determined support for other victims.

From this tragedy Enough is Enough is established to pursue legislative reform and to improve the justice system. His subsequent work in schools, juvenile correction centres, and mainstream prisons both men's and women's provides eye-opening accounts of encounters with a diverse spectrum of character, including meeting with Michael's murderers.

Motivated by Murder, also shares the tragic loss of his second son, further deepening the family's sorrow. But this is not just a story of loss; it provides an invaluable source of solace for those who have endured similar grief. Ken defies the stereotypical portrayal of a victim, concluding with an uplifting affirmation of resilience and an optimistic worldview.

It was a violent crime that thrust Ken Marslew into the public spotlight, when his son Michael was murdered. Ken, racked with grief and anger, became the public face on law-and-order issues. Ken turned his anger into something constructive, and what he has done to make our society a better place is truly inspirational. Every time I sit down and have a chat with him, come away a little smarter. We could all learn from Ken's inspirational story; it is one that needs to be told.

Gary Jubelin, Retired Det Chief Inspector, Homicide NSW Police

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